Haren
Brussels
Popular places to visit
Atomium
This unique structure, made up of nine stainless steel spheres, has been called Europe's most bizarre building, and is the number one attraction in Brussels.
Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Brussels Christmas Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Brussels Christmas Market during your stay in Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
European Union Parliament Building
After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
Royal Palace of Brussels
Visit the offices of the King and Queen of Belgium – go in summer and you might even be invited inside.
Things to do
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Top hotels in Haren
The Hotel
Excellent. Nice people ( staff) Very quiet Excellent breakfast Confortable room with a Nice view ( 13th floor)
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
Room was amazing and staff was great
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Room was clean and spacious. Hotel was in great location close to station and very walkable area.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
a&o Brussel Centrum
Room was spacious, staff was excellent and helpful. Breakfast had heaps of options. The only downfall is that the hotel is located close to Gare du Nord station which is a red light area where thieves operate. Highly recommend to take a taxi. Apart from that, the hotel is excellent
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
pentahotel Brussels Airport
Great customer service!
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Thon Hotel EU
Excellent hotel, and staff. Everything was clean
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Haren
Diegem
Visitors to Diegem enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Chateau Marga is worth a stop.
Schaerbeek
Schaerbeek is well-liked for its churches and architecture. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Schaerbeek Museum of Beer and Train World are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Pogge Tram Stop or Eenens Tram Stop to get around.
Laken
Get to know Laken and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Royal Greenhouses of Laeken and Heysel Park, and you can jump on the metro at Centenaire Tram Stop or Stuyvenbergh Station to get around the city.
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
Spend some time visiting places like Place Charles Rogier while getting to know Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Gillon Tram Stop or Madou Station to see more of the area.
European Quarter
You might take some time to check out the lively bars in European Quarter. Spend some time visiting top spots like Schumanplein, and catch the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station to see more of the area.
Broekwijk
If you're spending some time in Broekwijk, Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.
